Under petty theft, when is it first degree misdemeanor?

• A. value over $100 but less than $750 it is first degree misd
• B. value over $750
• C. value under $100
• D. value exactly $100.

Answer: (A)

Value-based offense classification in Florida theft law determines the degree of petty theft. First-degree misdemeanor applies when the stolen property is valued over $100 but less than $750, meaning it falls between the small-value threshold and before grand theft eligibility. If the value is $750 or more, it becomes grand theft (a felony). If the value is $100 or less, it is not the first-degree category. Therefore, the scenario where the value is more than $100 but less than $750 is the correct one for a first-degree misdemeanor. Values exactly $100 do not meet the “more than $100” criterion.